Laura Stacey has established herself as one of Canada’s most dynamic and accomplished forwards, combining elite speed, offensive skill and relentless determination throughout her international and professional career. Born in Mississauga, Ontario, Stacey developed into a standout player at Dartmouth College, where she served as team captain in her final season and earned Ivy League First Team recognition. Her path to Team Canada was defined by perseverance—after being cut from the national program multiple times, she continued to develop her game and earned her senior World Championship debut in 2017, beginning an inspiring journey that would lead to the highest levels of international hockey.

Stacey is a three-time Olympic medallist with Team Canada, winning silver at PyeongChang 2018, gold at Beijing 2022 and silver at Milano Cortina 2026. She played an important role in Canada's Olympic gold-medal run in Beijing, recording four goals and two assists during the tournament. Her international résumé also includes seven IIHF Women’s World Championship medals: three gold, three silver and one bronze. Known for her powerful skating and ability to create offence in crucial moments, Stacey has become a consistent and respected presence within Canada’s National Women’s Team.

At the professional level, Stacey has been a key figure in the growth of women’s hockey, competing in the CWHL, PWHPA and now the Professional Women’s Hockey League with the Montréal Victoire. One of Montréal’s original foundational signings ahead of the inaugural PWHL season, she quickly emerged as one of the league's top offensive threats and a leader within the organization. In the 2026 PWHL Playoffs, Stacey made history by recording the first playoff hat trick in league history, further demonstrating her ability to rise to the occasion on hockey’s biggest stages. With an Olympic gold medal, an extensive collection of World Championship medals and a growing legacy in professional hockey, Laura Stacey continues to be an important force in the evolution and success of the women’s game.